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G507 DAB

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

72,146 mi
Last recorded72,146 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG507 DAB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 72,146 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 72,074 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 71,988 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 71,699 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 71,469 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 70,543 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 70,397 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 66,554 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 64,945 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 64,852 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear footbrake lazy

Pass 16 Apr 2010 63,702 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 62,904 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 62,361 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 61,916 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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G507 DAB is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 56,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G507 DAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 37 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G507 DAB registered?

G507 DAB is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is G507 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G507 DAB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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